Employment Specialist

General:

The HR Employment Specialist is responsible for coordinating and assisting with employment related processes w/ key focus on recruiting, new hire orientation, and employee relations primarily for organization’s hourly workforce. The role serves as a resource for effective communications and knowledge transfer related to various company information.   This role reports to the HR manager with a primary work schedule of Mon. – Fri, day shift.

 Specific Duties / Responsibilities:

• Serve as a resource for effective communications and knowledge transfer related to various HR and company-related information (policies, procedures, benefits, orientation, etc.)
• Organize and assist w/ recruiting processes with primary focus on operations workforce
• Work with HR team and external resources to maintain a connection with qualified talent pool
• Work closely with hiring managers to screen applicants’ skill level, and fit for the site
• Assist and manage employee relations events and maintain confidential information
• Lead bi-lingual orientations and deliver/ interpret various training & presentation materials
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education:   
• Associate degree in business, human resources, OR equivalent combination of education and experiencein related field
• Verbal & Written Bi-lingual Communication Skill set - (English / Spanish) - required

• Experience:   

• 2 years’ minimum HR related experience (required)
• Working knowledge in recruiting processes (screening, offer, on-boarding, etc.)  
• Experience managing employee relations
• Training and Presentation Experience (preferred / not required)         

• Skills/Abilities/Attributes:

• Proficient skill level in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, WORD, Outlook)
• Solid interpersonal and bi-lingual communication skills (written & verbal)
• Organized w/ strong attention to details and time-management
• Analytical; good problem-solving and information-gathering skills
• Able to work in fast-paced environment w/ minimal supervision

• Physical Requirements:
• Able to work at computer for prolong periods; up to 10 hrs. / day
• Sit, stand, walk, bend, lift up to 35 lbs. in an office / manufacturing setting
• Safely work and focus in open-office environment

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Wellness Resources